Boone, Ia. — Ron Paul told voters in Boone today the economy could see improvements within 12 months under his leadership.

“In order to do this, we need to change course,” he told around 120 people gathered at city’s public library.. “Washington has been tinkering around the edges.”

In the first year of his presidency, Paul has vowed to reduce federal spending by $1 trillion.

His proposed cuts include eliminating the departments of education, commerce, housing, interior and energy. He would also end foreign wars and foreign aid programs, and return all other government spending to 2006 levels.

Ryan Twedt, of Boone, said he thought Paul’s fiscal policies have been played well in Iowa. The 27-year old plans to act as a precinct captain for the campaign during the Jan. 3 caucuses.

“I think he’s going to do great – he’s going to win,” Twedt said. “I think it just takes more traction. More people need to hear his message.”

Paul’s final stop of the day is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Iowa State University campus in Ames.